Detonating Device (Noun)
Meaning
A mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The bomb squad carefully removed the detonating device from the explosive package to prevent it from exploding.
- A small detonating device was used to trigger the demolition of the old building.
- The engineer designed a detonating device that could withstand the extreme temperatures of the rocket's propulsion system.
- The terrorist was caught with a detonating device in his backpack, which was intended to be used to blow up the crowded train station.
- The fireworks technician carefully inserted the detonating device into the firework to ensure a safe and controlled explosion.